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Which part of Vaccinium myrtillus (bilberry) is used for the prevention and treatment of glaucoma and Diabetic retinopathy?

Fruit

Which part of Scutellaria lateriflora (skullcap) contains its medicinal properties?
"Leaves;
The parts of the Scutellaria lateriflora plant used for medicinal purposes are the leaves. These are harvested in June from a three- to four-year-old skullcap plant."

Describe how the leaf and root of Taraxacum officinalis (Dandelion) differ medicinally?
"Root-hepatoprotective, bitter digestive stimulant Leaf-diuretic and anti-Human papillomaviruses (HPV) properties;
The fresh sap from the leaves can be applied to plantar warts, but it’s more common usage is as a diuretic."

Which part of Curcuma longa (Turmeric) has been used medicinally
"Root;
The rhizome (root) Curcuma longa has long been used in traditional Asian medicine to treat gastrointestinal upset, arthritic pain, and fatigue. In traditional Indian Ayurvedic medicine, Curcuma longa has been used to ‘tone’ the liver."

The medicinal properties of Piscidia erythrina (Jamaican Dogwood) are found in which part?
Bark

Which part of Phytolacca americana (Poke Root) contains the poisonous properties?
"Root, leaves, and stem;
Smaller amounts of the poisonous properties are found in the fruit. Significant toxicity results from oral or topical administration of pokeweed."

Which part of Ulmus rubra (slippery elm) is used medicinally?
Inner bark

What part of Ginkgo biloba (ginkgo) can cause Contact Dermatitis?
Fresh fruit pulp

Which part of Cynara scolymus (Globe artichoke) is indicated for the treatment of Hyperlipidemia?
Leaf